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DO NOT REMAIN IN DOUBT: A Remembrance and Tribute to the Dzogchen Longde Retreat with Fabio Andrico at Dzamling Gar, April 2026.
I arrived at the shores of the Gar after sunset, and as soon as I parked, I ran into an old practitioner friend who asked me if I would be attending the Dzogchen Longde retreat. I told him I’d love to, but I didn’t remember when it was, and he replied, “It starts tomorrow.” It was perfect! I took it as an auspicious sign and attended the retreat. I must confess that in recent times, due to various internal and external obstacles, I had neglected my practice and had somehow distanced myself a bit from the Gar; to sum it up in one sentence: “I remained in doubt.”
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Rigzin Changchub Dorje’s Stupa in Maratika
One of the 108 stupas of the precious terma of Nyala Rigzin Changchub Dorje now stands along a mountain path
Khaita Joyful Dances, Presence in Movement
Adriana Dal Borgo and Eva Leick speak about their some of their experiences with the Dances
How Meeting Norbu Rinpoche Changed My Life
It was my good fortune that when Rinpoche returned to London to give further teachings that his translator was busy so I was asked if I felt able to translate.
Commemorating the Passing of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
On September 27, 2025, many people around the world mark the 7th anniversary of the passing (Parinirvana) of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
Time, Presence, and Memory:
At Work & Play with Norbu Rinpoche at His Family Home in Formia, Back in the Day
Concert with Namkhai Yeshi – November 26th, 2025 in Bologna, Italy
The concert by Namkhai Yeshi and Alessandro Di Maio at the Teatro San Leonardo in Bologna on November 25th, 2025, is the result of a network of relationships, listening experiences, and affinities that have developed spontaneously, almost inevitably, over time.
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America
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Collaboration Between Two Tashigars
From April 10-12, 2026, Ricky Sued lead a retreat introducing the fundamentals of meditation.
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DO NOT REMAIN IN DOUBT: A Remembrance and Tribute to the Dzogchen Longde Retreat with Fabio Andrico at Dzamling Gar, April 2026.
I arrived at the shores of the Gar after sunset, and as soon as I parked, I ran into an old practitioner friend who asked me if I would be attending the Dzogchen Longde retreat. I told him I’d love to, but I didn’t remember when it was, and he replied, “It starts tomorrow.” It was perfect! I took it as an auspicious sign and attended the retreat. I must confess that in recent times, due to various internal and external obstacles, I had neglected my practice and had somehow distanced myself a bit from the Gar; to sum it up in one sentence: “I remained in doubt.”
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Turning the Wheels of Vajra Dance at Mt Fuji, Japan
June 28th and 29th 2025 Turning the Wheels of Vajra Dance at Kirara Stage, Yamanaka Lake by Mt....
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Urgent Appeal from the International Gakyil
The IG urgently needs your help, and we ask that you consider applying to be Yellow IG assistants
Rigzin Changchub Dorje’s Stupa in Maratika
One of the 108 stupas of the precious terma of Nyala Rigzin Changchub Dorje now stands along a mountain path
Latest Releases from Shang Shung Publications
Read about recent publications in English, Italian, Spanish and Chinese.
Sowing the Seeds of the Future – Manasarovar
In this dark moment rediscovering the values of empathy, altruism and compassion that we have absorbed from the Himalayan peoples gives us a glimmer of hope
Atiyoga Foundation
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The official Website of Ati Yoga Foundation has been launched!
We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Atiyoga Foundation website.
Ka-Ter Translation Project
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The Written Works of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
A talk by Adriano Clemente offering deep insights into the vast literary legacy of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
School of Tibetan Medicine
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Medicine Buddha Retreat with Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo
The Medicine Buddha Retreat was a successful result of a close and fruitful collaboration between the Tibetan Medicine School and the Gakyil of Dzamling Gar. There were around 400 registered participants from all over the world (online and onsite), of which about were 50 present onsite in the Gönpa of Dzamling Gar.
- Dynamic Space of the Elements
- School for Tibetan Language and Translation
- Sangha App
Rigzin Changchub Dorje’s Stupa in Maratika
One of the 108 stupas of the precious terma of Nyala Rigzin Changchub Dorje now stands along a mountain path
Tibetan Language Course
Dear students of Tibetan language, we will soon resume our Guided translation course based on the tibetan text of the Precious Vase by Chögyal Namkhai Norbu.
Sangha App: Teachers’ Schedule
Here are the new events to look forward to in the next month. We are selecting the events of each teacher from Sangha App for you, so you can follow their work.
MACO Museum of Arcidosso
PRACTICE
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- Vajra Dance
- Khaita Joyful Dances
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- Kumar Kumari
DO NOT REMAIN IN DOUBT: A Remembrance and Tribute to the Dzogchen Longde Retreat with Fabio Andrico at Dzamling Gar, April 2026.
I arrived at the shores of the Gar after sunset, and as soon as I parked, I ran into an old practitioner friend who asked me if I would be attending the Dzogchen Longde retreat. I told him I’d love to, but I didn’t remember when it was, and he replied, “It starts tomorrow.” It was perfect! I took it as an auspicious sign and attended the retreat. I must confess that in recent times, due to various internal and external obstacles, I had neglected my practice and had somehow distanced myself a bit from the Gar; to sum it up in one sentence: “I remained in doubt.”
Yantra Yoga Training level one : March/April 2026, Dzamling Gar
Participants had come from many parts of the world, including China, South Africa, and Argentina, to study the teachings of Yantra Yoga. It was moving to be part of such a diverse group, all gathered with a shared intention. Together we explored the relationship between breath, movement, and rhythm.
Vajra Dance Retreat in Latvia
Vajra Dance gathering at Ievlejas, Latvia with Lithuanian, Latvian, and Estonian Sangha.
Khaita Joyful Dances, Presence in Movement
Adriana Dal Borgo and Eva Leick speak about their some of their experiences with the Dances
Yantra Yoga & Respira Weekend June 22-23 at Namgyalgar
The program was designed for participants to learn, practice, and come together to enjoy Yeshi Namkhai's retreat webcast from Merigar
Children bring in the Fire Horse Year
On February 21st Merigar was blessed with children in events that included play, music, Kumar Kumari yantra yoga and Khaita dances.
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This website is part of the project “Lo Specchio Digitale” made possible with the contribution of UBI, the Italian Buddhist Union. The project aims to foster the dissemination of Dzogchen, enabling a growing national and international audience to come into contact with this precious Teaching. To this end, the communication and circulation of The Mirror will be enhanced, its technical and multimedia aspects renewed, its usability improved, its content collected and systematized, and the professional skills of its human resources strengthened.